PODCAST · health
Yale Cancer Answers
by Dr. Eric P. Winer
Connecticut Public Radio’s show, “Yale Cancer Answers” is a weekly program focused on sharing information on the latest cancer breakthroughs and treatments through conversation with experts from Yale Cancer Center (YCC), Smilow Cancer Hospital (SCH) and other national and international specialists, as well as patients. The new host, as of July 21, 2024, is nationally recognized breast cancer expert Eric P. Winer, MD, director of YCC and president and physician-in-chief of SCH.
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A discussion on lung cancer which is the number one cancer cause of death
Dr. Eric Winer and Dr. Anne Chiang talk about advancements in lung cancers and the need for more screening and early detection. Visit: https://medicine.yale.edu/cancer/ Email: [email protected] Call 203-785-4095
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The latest advances and trends in detecting colorectal cancer in a population that is trending younger.
Dr. Eric Winer and Dr. Michael Cecchini of Yale Cancer Center discuss colorectal cancer which 156,000 people will be diagnosed with annually in the U.S. Visit: https://medicine.yale.edu/cancer/ Email: [email protected] Call 203-785-4095
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How a person’s genes can influence a risk for getting cancer and how cancer responds to treatments
Sarah Aitken, MBChB, PhD describes how identifying some very specific mutations can help identify drugs that can be used to make treatment of cancer care more personalized and more precise. Yale Cancer Center Visit: https://medicine.yale.edu/cancer/ Email: [email protected] Call 203-785-4095
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A Patient’s Story: Theresa’s Experience with Bladder Cancer Immunotherapy
Cancer finally led Theresa Magistro to Yale Cancer Center where she took part in a study--now she celebrates 10 years of being cancer-free. Yale Cancer Center visit: http://www.yalecancercenter.org email: [email protected] call: 203-785-4095
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Experts and a patient’s perspective on the latest advancements in treating acute myeloid leukemia (AML)
Dr. Eric Winer, Dr. Amer Zeidan and Dr. Zeidan’s patient Tom Mix discuss the latest treatments and outcomes with acute myeloid leukemia (AML) Visit: https://medicine.yale.edu/cancer/ Email: [email protected] Call 203-785-4095
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An in-depth look at the latest developments in clinical trials at Yale Cancer Center
Dr. Eric Winer and Dr. Ian Krop talk about the latest advancements in clinical cancer trials. Yale Cancer Center Visit: https://medicine.yale.edu/cancer/ Email: [email protected] Call 203-785-4095
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Fatty Diet and Pancreatic Cancer Developments
Dr. Eric Winer and Dr. Mandar Muzumdar discuss the rise in cases of pancreatic cancer and the study of how the consumption of different types of fats could have an impact on that trend. Yale Cancer Center Visit: https://medicine.yale.edu/cancer/ Email: [email protected] Call: 203-785-4095
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Advances in surgical treatment in head and neck cancers.
Dr. Eric Winer and Dr. Ben Judson talk about the latest surgical advances in treating head and neck cancers. Yale Cancer Center Visit: https://medicine.yale.edu/cancer/ Email: [email protected] Call: 203-785-4095
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Major Developments in treating pancreatic cancer
Dr. Eric Winer and Dr. Pamela Kunz talk about recent discoveries in treating pancreatic cancer which has been resistant to much detection and treatment. Yale Cancer Center Visit: https://medicine.yale.edu/cancer/ Email: [email protected] Call 203-785-4095
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Pediatric brain tumors and treatments
Dr. Eric Winer and Dr. Asher Marks talk about pediatric brain tumors that are diagnosed in roughly 250 young patients in Connecticut each year. Yale Cancer Center Visit: https://medicine.yale.edu/cancer/ Email: [email protected] Call 203-785-4095
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Breast Cancer in Latina Women
Dr. Eric Winer and Dr. Monica Valero talk about many topics including how Latina women are often diagnosed with breast cancer at a younger age and in many cases at a more advanced stages. Yale Cancer Center Visit: https://medicine.yale.edu/cancer/ Email: [email protected] Call 203-785-4095
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Latest Developments from Major Cancer Conference ASCO
Dr. Eric Winer a past President of the American Society of Clinical Oncology speaks with current ASCO President Dr. Elizabeth Mittendorf about the developments revealed at this annual worldwide conference. Yale Cancer Center Visit: https://medicine.yale.edu/cancer/ Email: [email protected] Call 203-785-4095
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Understanding Modern Day Breast Cancer
Yale Cancer Center Director Dr. Eric Winer interviews Dr. Mehra Golshan about how the landscape of breast cancer has improved. From radical mastectomies and potent treatments to less invasive solutions. They also talk about the improvement of imaging in breast cancer diagnosing. Yale Cancer Center Visit: https://medicine.yale.edu/cancer/ Email: [email protected] Call 203-785-4095
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Leukemia Awareness, Part II: Advances in Treatment
Yale Cancer Center Director Dr. Eric Winer speaks with Dr. Max Stahl about how much is now known on the biology of leukemia in some patients, rare disease sub-types and targeting with specific therapies. Yale Cancer Center Visit: https://medicine.yale.edu/cancer/ Email: [email protected] Call 203-785-4095
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Discussing the latest and the future of surgical oncology
Yale Cancer Center Director Dr. Eric Winer speaks with Dr. Kiran Turaga, Division Chief of Surgical Oncology about the evolution of surgical oncology. The many topics covered include minimally invasive surgical advancements, and the potential for artifical intelligence and targeting gene mutations before a person gets cancer. Yale Cancer Center Visit: https://medicine.yale.edu/cancer/ Email: [email protected] Call 203-785-4095
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Leukemia Awareness: What Providers and Patients Should Know
Leukemia expert Dr. Maximilian Stahl speaks with Dr. Eric Winer about all things leukemia including genetic disposition, environmental factors and what new research is revealing. Yale Cancer Center Visit: https://medicine.yale.edu/cancer/ Email: [email protected] Call 203-785-4095
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Paring with Patients
Description: Breast cancer patient Alexandra and her longtime partner Chris talk with Dr. Winer about how cancer has impacted how they navigate their busy lives as parents of two children. May 3, 2026 Yale Cancer Center Visit: https://medicine.yale.edu/cancer/ Email: [email protected] Call 203-785-4095
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Flip The Script: Dr. Eric Winer on becoming an oncologist
Yale Cancer Center Director Dr. Eric Winer is interviewed by Dr. Melinda Irwin about becoming on oncologist and the latest advances and challenges in treating cancer. April 26, 2026 Yale Cancer Center Visit: https://medicine.yale.edu/cancer/ Email: [email protected] Call 203-785-4095
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Menopausal Symptoms in Breast Cancer Patients
Dr. Maryam Lustberg talks with host Dr. Eric Winer about treating many types of breast cancers. Some treatments for hormonally driven cancers can induce early menopause. Helping women navigate symptoms including a lack of sleep and brain fog is part of their breast cancer treatment. Yale Cancer Center Visit: https://medicine.yale.edu/cancer/ Email: [email protected] Call 203-785-4095
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Testicular Cancer Awareness and Treatments
Doctors at Yale Cancer Center are able to spread awareness, diagnose and treat mostly younger men with testicular cancer. Dr. Michael Hurwitz discusses how highly treatable this cancer can be and how surgery is now being used in addition to other methods. Yale Cancer Center visit: https://www.yalecancercenter.org email: [email protected] call: 203-785-4095
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New Hope for Glioblastoma Treatment and Research
Discoveries being made by Yale Cancer Center experts could unlock treatments in other types of cancers in the future. Yale Cancer Center Visit: https://medicine.yale.edu/cancer/ Email: [email protected] Call 203-785-4095
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Colorectal Cancer Surgery & Patient Survival
The latest trends on colorectal cancer surgery and survival with guest Anne Mongiu MD PhD, FACS, FASCRS Yale Cancer Center visit: www.yalecancercenter.org email: [email protected] call: 203-785-4095
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How Exercise Helps Slow Tumor Growth
How Exercise Helps Slow Tumor GrowthMarch 22, 2026 Yale Cancer Center visit: https://www.yalecancercenter.org email: [email protected] call: 203-785-4095
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Supporting Patient and Provider Well-Being
Supporting Patient and Provider Well-Being March 15, 2026 Yale Cancer Center visit: https://www.yalecancercenter.org email: [email protected] call: 203-785-4095
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When Should Thyroid Nodules Be Removed?
When Should Thyroid Nodules Be Removed? March 1, 2026 Yale Cancer Center visit: https://www.yalecancercenter.org email: [email protected] call: 203-785-4095
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Cancer Prevention: Reducing Your Risk
Cancer Prevention: Reducing Your Risk February 22, 2026 Yale Cancer Center visit: https://www.yalecancercenter.org email: [email protected] call: 203-785-4095
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What to Know About Natural Cancer 'Cures'
What to Know About Natural Cancer 'Cures' February 15, 2026 Yale Cancer Center visit: https://www.yalecancercenter.org email: [email protected] call: 203-785-4095
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Cardio-Oncology: Keeping the Heart Healthy During Cancer Treatment
Cardio-Oncology: Keeping the Heart Healthy During Cancer Treatment February 8, 2026 Yale Cancer Center visit: https://www.yalecancercenter.org email: [email protected] call: 203-785-4095
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Precision Medicine
Precision Medicine with guest William Oh January 25, 2026 Yale Cancer Center visit: https://www.yalecancercenter.org email: [email protected] call: 203-785-4095
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Impact of Insurance Subsidies on Cancer Care
Inside Oncology Nursing with guest Tracy Battaglia Yale Cancer Center visit: https://www.yalecancercenter.org email: [email protected] call: 203-785-4095
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Inside Oncology Nursing
Inside Oncology Nursing with guest Yale Cancer Center visit: https://www.yalecancercenter.org email: [email protected] call: 203-785-4095
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How Exercise Really Boosts Cancer Treatment Recovery
How Exercise Really Boosts Cancer Treatment Recovery with guest Scott Capozza January 4, 2026 Yale Cancer Center visit: https://www.yalecancercenter.org email: [email protected] call: 203-785-4095
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Unsung Heroes in Cancer Care: Hospitalists
Unsung Heroes in Cancer Care: Hospitalists with guest Dr. Jensa Morris December 28, 2025 Yale Cancer Center visit: https://www.yalecancercenter.org email: [email protected] call: 203-785-4095
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The Global Fight Against Cancer: Where Do We Stand?
The Global Fight Against Cancer: Where Do We Stand? with guest Dr. Dan O’Neil December 21, 2025 Yale Cancer Center visit: http://www.yalecancercenter.org email: [email protected] call: 203-785-4095
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Evolution of Cancer Surgery: How Far Have We Come?
Evolution of Cancer Surgery: How Far Have We Come? with guest Dr. Kevin Billingsley November 30, 2025 Yale Cancer Center visit: http://www.yalecancercenter.org email: [email protected] call: 203-785-4095
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2025: A Year in Review for Cancer Research Breakthroughs
2025: A Year in Review for Cancer Research Breakthroughs with guest Dr. Patricia LoRusso December 14, 2025 Yale Cancer Center visit: https://medicine.yale.edu/cancer email: [email protected] call: 203-785-4095
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Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Month
Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Month with guest Dr. Jill Lacy November 23, 2025 Yale Cancer Center visit: https://medicine.yale.edu/cancer email: [email protected] call: 203-785-4095
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Neuroendocrine Tumors Explained: Symptoms, Treatments, and Breakthroughs
Neuroendocrine Tumors Explained: Symptoms, Treatments, and Breakthroughs with guest Dr. Pamela Kunz November 17, 2025 Yale Cancer Center visit: https://www.yalecancercenter.org email: [email protected] call: 203-785-4095
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Lung Cancer Awareness Month
Lung Cancer Awareness Month with guest Dr. Sarah Goldberg November 9, 2025 Yale Cancer Center visit: https://www.yalecancercenter.org email: [email protected] call: 203-785-4095
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Sisters’ Journey: Supporting Breast Cancer Survivors & Advocacy
Sisters’ Journey: Supporting Breast Cancer Survivors & Advocacy with guest Eileen Williams-Esdaile November 2, 2025 Yale Cancer Center visit: https://www.yalecancercenter.org email: [email protected] call: 203-785-4095
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How mRNA Vaccine Science Can Help Fight Cancer
How mRNA Vaccine Science Can Help Fight Cancer with guest Dr. Daniel DiMaio October 26, 2025 Yale Cancer Center visit: http://www.yalecancercenter.org email: [email protected] call: 203-785-4095
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Breast Cancer Awareness Month
Breast Cancer Awareness Month with guest Dr. Maryam Lustberg October 19, 2025 Yale Cancer Center visit: http://www.yalecancercenter.org email: [email protected] call: 203-785-4095
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Managing Mental Health & Social Challenges After Cancer Treatment
Managing Mental Health & Social Challenges After Cancer Treatment with guest Dr. Nancy Borstelmann October 12, 2025 Yale Cancer Center visit: https://www.yalecancercenter.org email: [email protected] call: 203-785-4095
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Financial Toxicities in Breast Cancer: How Costs Impact Treatment Decisions
Financial Toxicities in Breast Cancer: How Costs Impact Treatment Decisions with guest Dr. Rachel Greenup October 5, 2025 Yale Cancer Center visit: https://www.yalecancercenter.org email: [email protected] call: 203-785-4095
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Leukemia Awareness Month
Leukemia Awareness Month with guest Dr. Nikolai Podoltsev September 28, 2025 Yale Cancer Center visit: http://www.yalecancercenter.org email: [email protected] call: 203-785-4095
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Treatment Advances in Gastroesophageal Cancers
Treatment Advances in Gastroesophageal Cancers with guest Dr. Raghav Sundar September 21, 2025 Yale Cancer Center visit: http://www.yalecancercenter.org email: [email protected] call: 203-785-4095
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The Future of Cancer Care: The Next Generation of Oncologists
The Future of Cancer Care: The Next Generation of Oncologists with guests Drs. Etienne Leveille and Nicole Casansanta September 14, 2025.
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Prostate Cancer Awareness Month
Prostate Cancer Awareness Month with guest Dr. Daniel Petrylak September 7, 2025 Yale Cancer Center visit: http://www.yalecancercenter.org email: [email protected] call: 203-785-4095
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Bindra Lab Breakthroughs
Brain Cancer: Bindra Lab Breakthroughs with guest Dr. Ranjit Bindra August 31, 2025 Yale Cancer Center visit: http://www.yalecancercenter.org email: [email protected] call: 203-785-4095
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Cancer Prevention & Risk Factors
Cancer Prevention & Risk Factors with guest Dr. Melinda Irwin August 24, 2025 Yale Cancer Center visit: http://www.yalecancercenter.org email: [email protected] call: 203-785-4095
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Connecticut Public Radio’s show, “Yale Cancer Answers” is a weekly program focused on sharing information on the latest cancer breakthroughs and treatments through conversation with experts from Yale Cancer Center (YCC), Smilow Cancer Hospital (SCH) and other national and international specialists, as well as patients. The new host, as of July 21, 2024, is nationally recognized breast cancer expert Eric P. Winer, MD, director of YCC and president and physician-in-chief of SCH.
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